Falling

Name: Falling
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781408734780
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A spicy, 2026 must-read fake-dating college romance with a figure skater x ice hockey player

By Janisha Boswell

Series: North University

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Welcome to North University!Wren Hackerly refuses to quit. Figure skating has always been her life, but after her ex humiliates her on the ice and her career hangs in the balance, she needs a comeback. With her college team's morale - and funding - crumbling, she... Read More

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Description

Welcome to North University!

Wren Hackerly refuses to quit. Figure skating has always been her life, but after her ex humiliates her on the ice and her career hangs in the balance, she needs a comeback. With her college team's morale - and funding - crumbling, she has to find a way to keep people interested.

Miles Davis is North University's golden boy, famed for his hockey skills and movie-star looks. But after a team tragedy, he's the only one still struggling to bounce back, making it hard to care about the sport that once defined him.

When a bet-turned-date throws them together, they realise they might just be the perfect pair. A fake-dating pact could help Wren rebuild her reputation and Miles find his way back to the ice. But as Miles' kindness thaws Wren's frozen heart, and the line between real and fake begins to blur, will either of them admit to feelings that aren't just for show?

Tropes:

-Reverse grumpy x sunshine

-Found family

-Strangers > friends > lovers

-He falls first

-One bed

Readers are FALLING hard for Wren and Miles...

'I absolutely love this book...I love Miles and Wren's love story they're literally perfect for each other!' Real Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Falling made me stupidly happy, so if you are in the mood for a fake dating sports romance...don't look further: THIS IS IT!! ?' Real Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'I love Janisha's writing so much. I was laughing, crying, swooning and smiling while reading ?? I'm so love with Miles and Wren???? My favourite hockey romance ever!' Real Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'Falling dives into what it means to learn to trust yourself and others when it comes to love...Cannot wait to read more of the NU books in the future!' Real Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'I absolutely loved this book! I couldn't put it down! I loved the banter and the sweetness! Miles is the type of boyfriend I want!!' Real Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'I LOVE IT...I loved the plot twist and everything about it??' Real Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'10/10 I'm in love with this book...it's perfect for a romantic' Real Reader Review ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Series: North University

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Falling

Welcome to North University!Wren Hackerly refuses to quit. Figure skating has always been her life, but after her ex humiliates her on the ice and her career hangs in the balance, she needs a comeback. With her college team's morale - and funding - crumbling, she has to find a way to keep people interested. Miles Davis is North University's...

By Janisha Boswell

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Unravelling

Janisha truly nails the atmosphere of college, the pressure of high-performance athletics, and the fake-dating plot with this book! Esha Patel on Falling Welcome to North University! Scarlett Voss has always been in control. As the daughter of a fashion dynasty, she knows exactly what's expected of her - but no matter how hard she works, she's never taken seriously...

By Janisha Boswell

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781408734780

Publisher: Little, Brown Book Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 16 September 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Sphere

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 34.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 258g

Pages: 368

Collections

Contemporary Romance Enemies to Lovers Fiction General Fiction Janisha Boswell Romance Series: North University

About the Author

Janisha Boswell is a twenty-year-old romance author known for her heartfelt and steamy stories. Her popular Drayton Hills and North University series delve into the lives of college students, exploring themes of love, career aspirations, and personal growth. Her work is celebrated for its warmth, diversity, and emotional depth, resonating with readers who seek romantic and inclusive tales.

You can often find Janisha locked in her room, curtains drawn and a document open in front of her. Writing has always been her passion and she's determined to continue to create passionate love stories even better than the last.

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Unravelling

Janisha truly nails the atmosphere of college, the pressure of high-performance athletics, and the fake-dating plot with this book! Esha Patel on Falling Welcome to North University! Scarlett Voss has always been in control. As the daughter of a fashion dynasty, she knows exactly what's expected of her - but no matter how hard she works, she's never taken seriously...

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